Death toll at Hajj pilgrimage rises to at least 1,300 amid scorching heat

The Hajj pilgrimage in Saudi Arabia is facing extreme heat, leading to an unusually high death toll. While Saudi Arabia has not commented, Egyptian officials report that over half of the deceased are Egyptian, with two Americans also among the dead. The Hajj is a mandatory religious duty for all able-bodied Muslims to perform once in their lifetime.

What are the conditions faced by worshippers during the Hajj pilgrimage in Saudi Arabia?

What has been reported about the death toll during this year's Hajj?

What do Egyptian officials say about the nationality of the pilgrims who died?

How many pilgrims from the US were reported dead during the Hajj?

What is the requirement for able-bodied Muslims regarding the Hajj pilgrimage?